Poetry still offers sustainable career for today’s budding writers
In today’s world where most youths go after blue-chip jobs and aspire to live life in the fast lane, subha bakhair writing can offer a sustainable career and fulfilling life, including the poetry genre. This is part of the views of some literary stakeholders, who further called on the government to support Nigerian writers, especially young authors with platforms, initiatives and creative hubs that can serve as springboards for career growth. The stakeholders’ call is coming as the Nigerian literary community joins others on March 21, 2022 to celebrate World Poetry Day. First celebrated on March 21, 2000, the World Poetry Day focuses on promoting a return to the oral tradition of poetry recitals, as well as strengthening the association between poetry and other forms of expression, such as dance, music, and painting. Today, across the world and in Nigeria, the day is celebrated with poetry festivals and events, online and offline. People also post ...